NEW FLYER XDE35 2016: STEERING:COLUMN

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 22V943000

Make Model Year
NEW FLYER XDE35 2016
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2023-02-01 2022-12-20 2022-12-20

Manufacturers Involved: New Flyer of America, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: R22-035

Component: STEERING:COLUMN

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 746

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

New Flyer of America, Inc. "New Flyer" is recalling certain 2013-2022 XDE35, XDE40, XDE60, XE40, XN40, 2017-2022 XE60, 2014-2022 XT40 and XT60 transit buses equipped with a double tilt steering column. The steering column connection to the upper steering shaft may become loose.

Consequence

A loose steering shaft can cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the steering column and shaft components, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 1, 2023. Owners may contact New Flyer's customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R22-035.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.nhtsa.gov.